Monday, February 14, 2011

Valentine's Giveaway Week - Day #7

For my final vintage Valentine for 2011, I thought I'd share what is probably my rarest find, this "honeycomb" Valentine featuring a girl holding a tea kettle. These are called "honeycomb" pieces because that's the design of the tissue paper when opened.

And, of course, it folds flat for storage. This is the only tea-themed honeycomb Valentine I've come across that was in my price range (i.e., cheap). I've seen two other, much more elaborate designs featuring teapots in a honeycomb design, but they sell in the $60-$100+ range and I'm just not that serious a collector!

Today we wrap up Valentine's Giveaway Week with a special giveaway I hope you'll like, this filet crochet "Teatime" doily I made just for one Tea With Friends reader! You can use it on a tea table or tray, frame it and hang it in your dining room/tea room, drape it over the back of a chair or sofa, stitch it to a pillow, and no doubt there are other uses I haven't even thought of! It's my way of saying thanks for visiting my blog, whether you're a longtime reader or someone who just discovered it last week. I'm grateful for all of you!

So I've made it pretty clear that Valentine's is my favorite holiday, and now I'd like to know what yours is! Christmas? Easter? Fourth of July? You'll be entered to win this doily if you'll just leave a comment answering that question before 7 a.m. EST tomorrow. And for this giveaway, you can win no matter where in the world you live! Thanks for all your kind comments and for making this such a fun Valentine's Week!

My favorite holiday is Christmas...it allows me to make things to give and to use for decorations. I love the sparkle of it.By the way, I love your honeycomb valentine. I really love anything honeycomb - haven't attempted yet to make paper honeycomb...Thanks for sharing such fun valentines.

I'm not sure I have a favorite holiday. If we judge by my decorating-- it must be Christmas. I absolutely adore the filet crochet "teatime" giveaway today. Ever since you first introduced me to filet crochet, I have been hooked. Matter of fact, I think you are responsible for my love of vintage tea valentines as well. Thanks for sharing so much of yourself in such an informative way! Happy Valentine's Day!!!

Oh my goodness!! This is definitely an over-the-top giveaway! Christmas is my favorite holiday because the children get so excited anticipating all the festivities and gift-giving. Birthdays are not holidays, but I love to celebrate birthdays.

What a lovely giveaway. Today -Valentines _is my 41st wedding anniversary so surely I should be the winner although I guess I am already one with my husband !Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday -about Family without all the hype. Easter is special because of its spiritual meaning too.

You certainly exhibit the heart and soul of Valentine's Day, Angela. Sharing your exquisite handmade work of art is a lovely gift of yourself. Thank you for all of the love and happiness you spread each day as you share your ideas, treasures and thoughts with all of your readers.I think I already told you that my favorite holiday is Valentine's Day too so I will be celebrating in a big way today with my wonderful husband and sending out wishes for a Happy Valentine's Day to all.

Hi Angela!Wow, what a great doily! That takes some serious talent! I'd love to learn crochet some day! I think my favorite holiday is Christmas, I love getting the house all gussied up and the way everything sparkles and shines and is oh, so cozy! I'm always bummed when I have to pack it all up... the house looks so sterile.Anyhoo, please toss my name in the hat for your wonderful giveaway!oxo,Lisa

Angela,Thank you for creating such a lovely momento of Valentine Week 2011 to share with your readers.My favorite holiday is Christmas. When I take out all the treasured ornaments and decorations, I relive moments with those women in my life who meant so much to me---my mom, my grandmothers, my best friend from college---all gone now, but all tea drinkers, who shared that most civilized of all beverages with me.

I love ST. Pat's.WOW you saved the best for last. What a wonderful doily !!!!!! Thank You for such a special week of vintage Valentine's and special tea give aways. I love your blog and read it daily. HAPPY VALENTINES DAY EVERYONE !!!!!

What a pretty crochet piece you made. You are very talented. I guess Christmas is my favorite holiday. Looks like last week was the wrong week for me to take vacation. :-) So many pretty things that you so generously gave away.